As a business grows, so do its legal complexities, from managing stakeholders to handling regulatory risk, capital structuring, and governance obligations. At Allied Legal, our corporate lawyers in Melbourne offer tailored legal solutions to help your business succeed. Whether you're navigating a merger, raising capital, or restructuring ownership, we provide commercially sound advice grounded in deep industry knowledge. With extensive experience across tech, energy, construction, manufacturing, and startups, we ensure your legal strategy supports your commercial goals.
About
Allied Legal
At Allied Legal, our commercial and startup specialist team is more than just legal experts. We are a diverse group of professionals with backgrounds spanning finance, technology, marketing, and more.
Our collective expertise goes beyond legal counsel; we understand the challenges Australian businesses face because we’ve been there ourselves.
3
.2K+
Founders & Startups Advised
100
M+$
Transactions & Capital Raised
70
+
Years of Combined Legal Expertise
Tailored Solutions to Empower Your Business
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Mergers & Acquisitions
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Shareholder Agreements & Co-Ownership
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Corporate Governance & Board Advisory
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Capital Raising & Private Placements
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Corporate Structuring & Restructuring
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Regulatory & Compliance Support
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Venture Capital and Investing
Secure funding and protect your investments with expert legal counsel, guiding you through every stage of venture capital transactions.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure your business adheres to industry regulations, avoiding penalties and maintaining a strong reputation with our compliance services.
International Business
Expand globally with confidence, backed by our specialized legal strategies that address the unique challenges of international business.
Dispute Resolution
Resolve conflicts efficiently and strategically with our dispute resolution services, minimising disruptions and protecting your business interests.
Corporate Law
Secure your business with expert legal advice on corporate matters, ensuring compliance, safeguarding your interests.
Corporate Governance
Strengthen your business’s decision-making processes and ethical practices with our expert corporate governance guidance and support.
Trusted By
The Allied Legal Difference
Industry
Specialisation
Access to the Startup
EcoSystem & Network
Value Based
Pricing
Quick
Turnaround
Personalised &
Bespoke Approach
Fixed
Fee Quotes
Big Firms Expertise
but Small Firm Agility
High Touch and
Consultative
How It Works
Our process is designed to be transparent, with fixed pricing and careful attention to detail, supported by our team of experts.
STEP
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Complimentary Consultation
Enjoy a complimentary 15-minute consultation with our experienced lawyers, who will discuss your legal needs with you.
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Fixed Fee Quote
We will provide you with a fixed fee quote. Once you agree to the quote, you can sign our engagement letter to proceed.
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Draft Document Preparation
We will prepare draft documents for your review, allowing you the opportunity to ask questions and request any necessary changes.
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Finalisation and Issuance
Receive your final documents! We will also assist you through the signing process to ensure everything is completed smoothly.
Meet the Team
Rahul Kumar
Senior Corporate & Commercial LawyerStartups & Enterprises
Rahul Kumar
Senior Corporate & Commercial LawyerStartups & EnterprisesRahul Kumar is the founder of Allied Legal and a seasoned corporate lawyer with over 19 years of experience advising on complex corporate law matters. A recognised specialist in the startup and scaleup space, Rahul has a deep understanding of the legal and commercial challenges faced by high-growth businesses.
Having worked at both national and international firms, his expertise spans corporate structuring, capital raising, shareholder arrangements, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic governance.
Kasia Ubechel
Corporate & Commercial LawyerTechnology & Innovation
Kasia Ubechel
Corporate & Commercial LawyerTechnology & InnovationKasia has a background in Environmental Law assisting large corporate clients navigate their environmental responsibilities whilst ensuring commercial viability.
Transitioning to Commercial Law, she has gained valuable experience working for established tech companies and off the ground startups alike. She tailors her advice to meet the context and to find the best creative solution forward.
Jean Kallmyr
Corporate & Commercial LawyerStartups & Enterprises
Jean Kallmyr
Corporate & Commercial LawyerStartups & EnterprisesJean is a seasoned Corporate and Commercial Lawyer with 25+ years’ experience across law and business, including investment management and corporate governance.
With expertise in IP, employment law, and strategic advisory, she helps startups and purpose-driven companies navigate complex legal and commercial challenges. Jean holds a JD, an MBA, and is fluent in Mandarin and Swedish.
Tina Garg
Senior Corporate & Commercial LawyerStartups & Enterprises
Tina Garg
Senior Corporate & Commercial Lawyer Startups & EnterprisesTina is a seasoned Contract and Commercial Lawyer with over 15 years of experience across both private and public sectors. She has broad and deep expertise in commercial law, procurement, contract drafting, and complex negotiations. Known for her analytical and client-focused approach, Tina delivers practical legal solutions tailored to business needs.
Sheveen Abeyatunge
Marketing & Business DevelopmentOps & Digital Growth Strategist
Sheveen Abeyatunge
Marketing & Business DevelopmentOps & Digital Growth StrategistSheveen is a skilled Digital Strategist with extensive experience on both client and agency sides. At Allied Legal, he leverages his expertise in digital marketing, business development, and operations to drive growth and create new opportunities for startups, innovation-focused ventures, and commercial law.
Sheveen is passionate about all things startups and blockchain, having been raised in and around the ecosystem, which fuels his drive to support emerging businesses and technological advancements.
Rolee Kumar
Head Of GrantsGrant Support & Commercialisation
Rolee Kumar
Head Of GrantsGrant Support & CommercialisationRolee brings over 24 years of experience in research, innovation, and tech commercialisation across health, agriculture, and Deep Tech. She co-founded several ventures, including PYC Therapeutics, which she led from seed funding to a $100M ASX listing.
With a strong track record in securing over $10M in grants and private funding, Rolee supports high-growth companies at Allied Legal through strategic insight and stakeholder collaboration.
Voices of Trust
Allied Legal has been a vital partner in our business journey, offering expert advice and practical support. Their legal education and personalised consultations have greatly contributed to the success of our women founders and overall business growth.
Supporters Of
A corporate lawyer provides specialised legal advice to businesses, covering mergers, governance, capital raising, restructuring, and regulatory compliance to ensure legal health and commercial success.
The best choice for a corporate lawyer in Melbourne is Allied Legal, a trusted commercial and corporate law firm with deep expertise in helping companies grow, scale, and navigate complex transactions across Australia.
Corporate law matters range in complexity. At Allied Legal, fees for basic matters start from $800, with fixed-fee packages and transparent pricing available for mergers, structuring, and shareholder agreements.
Melbourne businesses face key legal risks including shareholder disputes, director liability, fundraising compliance, and restructuring errors. Our corporate lawyers proactively manage these issues to protect long-term value.